Name: Boomerang
Brand: The Darts

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VIRUS520LP

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Black

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Format Music GB

Limited edition

Release date

2024-05-31

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721616552010

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Black LP

VIRUS520CD

721616552027

Artist

The Darts

Genre GB

Alternative / Modern

Label GB

Alternative Tentacles

British Doo Wop / R&B / Rock & Roll revival band, The Darts, was founded in London in 1976. With their revivals of early US rock and roll and R&B songs, they achieved chart success in the late 1970s and early 1980s. Their impressive track record includes several UK top 20 hits, including three successive number twos. The Darts' music captures the essence of these iconic genres, making them a must-listen for fans of classic tunes.

Alternative Tentacles is an underground punk record label that was established in 1979 in San Francisco, California, USA. It later expanded to have a sublabel/office in London, UK. The label gained recognition when it released the self-produced single "California Über Alles" for the *Dead Kennedys*. Realizing the potential for an independent label, Alternative Tentacles went on to release records for other bands as well. Originally formed by *East Bay Ray* and *Jello Biafra*, Biafra became the owner of Alternative Tentacles in the mid-1980s. However, it's important to note that Alternative Tentacles no longer owns the rights to Dead Kennedys recordings due to a lawsuit in 2000.

With its distinctive sound and rebellious spirit, Alternative Tentacles has been at the forefront of punk music since its inception. Its dedication to supporting independent artists and pushing boundaries has made it a respected name within the industry.

As an influential label with a rich history, Alternative Tentacles continues to champion alternative music and provide a platform for artists who dare to challenge conventional norms.

Newest Listed Items

All-woman garage rock band from Phoenix return to pour another down one’s throat. Continuing to tour relentlessly around the world. Produced by Mark Rains (Hooveriii, Death Valley Girls, Hunx and His Punx). The Darts can’t stop, won’t stop! Hot on the heels on last year’s groundbreaking album Snake Oil, The Darts have returned guns blazing with a brand-new album, Boomerang! While on a break from their intense international touring schedule, the band stopped at Station House Studio in Los Angeles to work with producer Mark Rains (Hooveriii, Death Valley Girls, Hunx and His Punx) with the mission of capturing the band’s raw rock spirit. From the opening chords of “Hang Around,” listeners are launched into an explosive garage party, with the Farfisa organ bringing a carnival and snarky gang vocals adding to the fray. The band doesn’t let up from there. With Nicole Laurenne on vocals and Farfisa, Christina Nunez on bass and backup vocals, Meliza Jackson on guitars, and Mary Rose Gonzales on drums, the tight lineup fuels the album’s themes of resilience and empowerment. Each track on Boomerang packs a punch, drawing the listener into a world of infectious hooks and soaring riffs. “Boomerang is a reference to the fact that, right after we released Snake Oil, we turned right around and went back into the studio to do a whole new full-length album! I can’t stop writing songs! But ‘boomerang’ also refers to a lyric on the album that describes toxic people and things that keep coming back into your life despite your repeated attempts to fling them as far away as possible. This album is my manifesto about finding strength the kind of strength it takes to do what you personally need to do to be peaceful and healthy. For me it meant cutting a lot of stuff out of my life, and that was really hard, but it also meant adding a lot of amazing stuff I never thought I’d see. I’m in a better place than I’ve ever been, and I think you can feel that power in this record.” – Nicole Laurenne.

Boomerang

Music GB

Discover Boomerang by The Darts on Alternative Tentacles. An explosive garage rock album produced by Mark Rains. Vinyl records available.